en-us https://www.intensedebate.com/users/772505 Comments by inspiremetoday http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1606#IDComment425434302 Hi Mimmi, Instead of worrying about closing the door, I find it most useful, to instead, focus on what door I want to open. Instead of weeding people out of my life who are negative, I just fill my life with positive people. I find that when I focus on what I want, and surround myself with people who support me and my dreams, I don't need to eliminate anything..... as it will naturally and gently happen all by itself. There's great power in what you focus on- so I would encourage you to spend time with people who bring positive things into your life, and let the rest happen as it will. You don't need to eliminate them... as your life will be overflowing with positive people and you won't have the time for the negatives. Hope this helps! Hugs, Gail Founder, InspireMeToday.com Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:35:06 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1606#IDComment425434302 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1482#IDComment342121831 In response to anonymous and amc.... When you give love, look at it as a gift you are giving. What the recipient chooses to do with it is up to them. I find that it's always easier to give with no expectation of anything in return. I know that I gave the gift, and that's enough. If they're kind back, great. If not, perhaps they're just going through a tough time and need a little extra understanding that day. Either way, see if you can give without attachment. Rather than allowing yourself to be drained, surround yourself with people who love and support you. If you find it isn't fun to be around someone, change your circumstances to be around people who are supportive. You do have a choice, so make choices that allow you to give while bringing joy into your own life. I hope that helps! Hugs, Gail from InspireMeToday.com Wed, 18 Apr 2012 21:26:35 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1482#IDComment342121831 http://www.maxelman.com/manta-ray-heaven/#IDComment324244497 WOW! Simply amazing! Thanks for sharing this with us Max. I guess this means that the next time I see one when I'm diving or snorkeling, I shouldn't freak out, right? They're so big! I especially love the sneak peak of you at the end, just to prove that you were really there. :) Love you, Mom Sun, 25 Mar 2012 17:59:48 +0000 http://www.maxelman.com/manta-ray-heaven/#IDComment324244497 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272545533 Hi Mimi, I get what you mean about so much to do and so little time. We live in a fast-paced world that sometime feels like it never slows down. Pope John Paul and Mother Teresa both took 4 hours each morning- just for themselves... to reconnect with God. Most of us say we don't have that kind of time, but yet these two very busy, very productive people got a lot done, in their own way- BECAUSE they took the time. When we take the time to reconnect with who we really are, we find that things happen with grace and ease and we actually have more time to spare. I know it sounds counter-intuitive, but I've found that taking the time to connect actually puts more available time in my time "bank account". I hope you find that it works that way for you too. Thank you for taking the time to read the post and for sharing your comments. Hugs, Gail Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:47:50 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272545533 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272543176 Lille Marie, Ustedes son bienvenidos. Estoy agradecido de que haya disfrutado el puesto. Abrazos, Gail Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:43:49 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272543176 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272417272 Hi Winston, Thanks for your comments. I had to smile when I read the part of your comments about finding yourself on the ledge without the courage to jump.... We've all been there. Funny thing is, if we don't jump, most often God finds a way to gently push us off.... and that's when we feel silly, realizing that we had wings all along! If you've never tried bungee jumping, I highly recommend it. Talk about learning the power of jumping.... WOW! Thanks again Winston! Hugs, Gail Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:31:13 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272417272 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272411500 Hi Sidonie, Thank YOU, for not only your kind comment today, but for being such an important part of our InspireMeToday.com family every day. We are so blessed to be surrounding by so many loving, amazing people around the world- like you. Thanks again for your comments and big hugs! Gail Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:22:37 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272411500 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272351080 Hi Joseph, Your comment touched my heart- thank you. I originally wrote this piece as a reminder to myself of what is possible. Funny how what works for one of us usually works for many of us. :) Again, it's not important that we sometimes forget how magnificent we are.... but it is most important how quickly we remember. Thanks again for your comments. Hugs, Gail Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:46:09 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272351080 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272349332 Hi Jeanette, Wow, that's quite the compliment, coming from a social media maven such as yourself! Thank you Jeanette! I look forward to featuring your brilliance here, soon. Love, Gail Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:43:29 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272349332 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272348893 Kristan, THANK YOU! InspireMeToday.com wouldn't be possible without your dedication and brilliance- and for that, we all thank you for the great job you do each day. Know that you are appreciated beyond words. Big hugs, Gail Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:42:42 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272348893 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272348314 Hi Karl, I'm grateful that these words found you at the right time. If you've never done this exercise, I would invite you to write your own 500 words of "wisdom". What would you want to pass on to others that you love? What have you learned that matters? I find that it is these words that I wrote, that help me personally when life sends "one of those days"... as we all get from time to time. It's a great introspective exercise that will have great meaning for you. Thanks again for your kind comments. All the best, Gail Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:41:44 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272348314 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272346902 Dear Arulampalam, Each and every day I look forward to reading YOUR comments on the daily post. Thank you for being such a loyal part of the IMT family. Know that we all greatly appreciate you! Hugs, Gail Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:39:28 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272346902 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272346340 Hi Annette, Thanks for posting your comment. I'm glad you liked the post. It's been an evolving piece for the last 10 years or so... I add to it as needed and subtract things that are no longer so important. Funny how we get wiser as we age- or at least we think we do. :) Thanks again for sharing! Hugs, Gail Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:38:45 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272346340 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272345477 Thank you Steven. I can't wait to see you when I'm back in NYC, and perhaps even enjoy your wife's amazing vegan cooking. Just one more thing to look forward to! Thanks again for your kind comments. HUGS! Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:37:25 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272345477 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272344867 Thank you! Laura has been talking about some friends I need to meet- and I'm guessing you are one of them. I look forward to connecting with you soon. Thank you again for your kind comments. HUGS! Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:36:39 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272344867 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272344297 Dear Howard, Thank you for making the world a brighter place and for sharing your love with us. Big hugs, Gail Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:35:36 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1396#IDComment272344297 http://www.razorfrog.com/tweet-for-a-free-website/#IDComment184425304 What a great idea! I'm off to tweet it right now to my 55,000 followers! Thanks Max! Thu, 18 Aug 2011 23:48:26 +0000 http://www.razorfrog.com/tweet-for-a-free-website/#IDComment184425304 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1098#IDComment138706156 Ron, I tried it and loved the experience. When I opened my eyes I felt a profound sense of gratitude for being exactly where I am in this very moment, imperfections and all. My overwhelming "to do" list somehow wasn't as important. My perspective at looking at my own life shifted a bit. It's one thing to realize that these are the days we'll look back on, and it's quite another to actually feel it. Chris' exercise helped me feel it, and for that, I'm once again grateful to Chris. :) Wed, 30 Mar 2011 22:25:16 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1098#IDComment138706156 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1098#IDComment138681923 Chris, thank you for sharing your Brilliance with us. You have inspired me from the first day I met you, and continue to do so. To our community- For anyone looking for an outstanding Financial Planner, I highly recommend Chris' services. Not only is he very intelligent, but more important, his heart is in the right place. In a financial world that has been shaken with deception, Chris is a breath of fresh air. We all know the importance of finding someone that we can trust with our assets and that's why I recommend Chris wholeheartedly! Wed, 30 Mar 2011 20:14:34 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1098#IDComment138681923 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1074#IDComment132909381 Bob, I too agree with your comments. We have edited this piece accordingly. Our sincere apologies to you and the entire InspireMeToday.com community. Sun, 6 Mar 2011 16:03:29 +0000 http://www.inspiremetoday.com/archiveDisp.php?type=0&ref=1074#IDComment132909381